A2Z Communications IT Consultant | Communications EngineerProvides strategic communications expertise to large businesses, healthcare institutions, and non-profit organizations. Implements robust design techniques to maximize efficiency and security.

Expectel May 2015 – Sept. 2018CTO | Sept. 2017 – Sept. 2018VOIP Engineer | May 2015 – Sept. 2018Analyzed  Researched  Designed  Purchased  Installed  Maintained  Monitored  Secured  UpgradedProvided senior-level IT and Communications service for hundreds of clients ranging from small-medium sized businesses, including healthcare networks. Set up internal and external networking, connecting thousands of employees through complex communication systems and hardware infrastructure. Designed strong solutions which resulted in smooth day-to-day operations and efficient communication between all departments. • Supervised on-site technicians at each location, provided training and guidance to employees and low-voltage sub-contractors.• Analyzed existing infrastructure and planned beneficial upgrades based on cost-effectiveness and technical limitations.• Set up brand new systems for startups, incorporating cutting-edge technology guaranteed to empower the business.• Implemented innovative ADTRAN Total Access solution for an aging infrastructure in a large nursing home. It served as an interface beween POTS and modern software, resulting in a cost saving of over $150K while delivering top quality results.• Engineered combination of hundreds of POTS lines into PRIs hosted by datacenter, which reduced the per line cost by 80%.• Instituted creative wiring solutions for locations with underserviced internet capabilities, drastically improving reliablity of communications.• Rerouted vital cables to prioritize and maximize efficiency and then sub-delegated capacity to restore original function.• Set up maximum security controls on all networks including: strict group policies which prevented viruses and data breaches, installed 3rd party remote security solutions, SSL Certificates and Security Exceptions Management.• Conducted penetration testing and auditing to ensure data integrity and system security.

Data Administrator | Feb. 2013 – May 2015Senior Voice Systems Designer | Jan. 2008 – May 2015Voice Technician | May 2007 – Jan. 2008Engineered and delivered optimal solutions that solved network and communication needs for an enterprise level service provider of Information Technology systems.• Architected communication and networking infrastructure for clients by focusing on budget, speed, reliability and security.• Managed entire teams of employees that conducted on-site work, ensuring top-quality output and strict accountability to deadlines.• Motivated, trained and provided support to all levels of technicians, encouraging professional development and progressing through the ranks.• Conducted on-site surveys, analyzed needs and limitations, designed network solutions, purchased equipment, scheduled and conducted installations with minimal downtime, configured and optimized systems, trained end-users and provided support and upgrades as necessary.• Optimized systems for maximum security, including provisioning of load balancers in order to prevent loss of data, multiple layers of backup for easy data retreival, disaster recovery and prevention.• Arranged seamless communications switchover at the Christian Arch-Dioceses Network of Health Centers with 8 sites and 300-400 workstations each. Planned operations to include daytime prep and nighttime installations which allowed for regular use and zero downtime throughout the massive switchover.